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SUMMARY:Signature Speaker Series Networking Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Owning Your Now!\n\n\n\n\nTracie Berry-McGhee\, M.Ed.\, LPC\nExecutive Director\nI Define Me Movement\n\n\n\n\nHow are you Owning Your Now? Are you balancing your career with wellness\, opportunity\, knowledge\, and empowerment? Let’s explore the value of knowing your worth and owning it! \nKey Take-A-Ways \n\nLearn tips for achieving work-life balance.\nTake ownership of opportunities to grow.\nHow do you fill your wellness cup when it’s empty?\n\nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \n  \nMore about Tracie: \nTracie Berry-McGhee\, M.Ed.\, LPC is the Founder of the SistaKeeper Empowerment Center\, (501c3) The I Define Me Movement\, established in 2002 with a presence locally\, nationally & globally! \nShe is an EmpowerNista for girls! A social-emotional learning expert. entrepreneur\, licensed therapist\, author\, mentor\, and international motivational speaker for women & teen girls. The producer\, host\, and creator of a wellness talk show called Own Your Now. A Saint Louis\, MO native\, and graduate of the University of Missouri\, she travels the country speaking about mental health awareness\, restorative justice for girls of color\, relational aggression\, social-emotional learning\, self-awareness\, body image\, anti-bullying\, literacy\, and the value of mentoring wellness circles and how to make a difference in your community. \nShe has been a keynote\, featured\, and breakout speaker for Innovative School Summits for over 20 years\, spoke at the State of Black Educators Symposium\, and various Educational Professional Learning Conferences. \nTracie is an NAACP Community Hero 46th Image Award winner\, has received numerous accolades for her contribution to mental wellness\, a member of the American Counseling Association\, the Alliance of Black Mental Health Professionals\, a PBS nine network partner and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.\, Saint Louis Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter. She is also a Non-Violence Ambassador for the King Center and a part of the STL Black Authors of Children’s Literature. \n\n\n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nPasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken\nPan Seared Salmon\nPork Ragu \nYour meal will also include:\n \nSt. Louis Salad\nNew York Style Cheesecake \ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/signature-speaker-series-8/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club – West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, MO\, 63131
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T130000
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SUMMARY:Signature Speaker Series Networking Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Open Your Umbrella:\nA Guide to Building Your Personal Brand\n\n\n\n\n\nMonique Bynum\nOwner\nBynum Consulting\n\n\n\n\nWithout a doubt\, the corporate landscape and business ownership are highly competitive. Your personal brand is your umbrella which provides you both protection and visibility. During our time together\, we’ll explore practical strategies to define\, build\, and expand your personal brand\, ensuring you stand out and thrive in any environment. Let’s open YOUR UMBRELLA and unlock the full potential of your professional presence. \nKey Learnings: \n\nDefine Your Personal Brand\nExpand Your Reach\nStand Out in a Sea of Umbrellas\n\n  \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \n  \nMore about Monique: \nMonique Bynum is a dynamic and passionate leader\, renowned for her expertise in philanthropy\, donor relations\, fundraising\, and community engagement. Currently serving as the Community Investor/Education Relations professional at The Boeing Company\, she manages corporate social responsibility strategies\, focusing on grants\, sponsorships\, volunteer efforts\, and K-12 STEM education outreach. \nMonique’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in communications from Rockhurst University and a master’s in public administration from Syracuse University. Her professional journey is marked by over a decade of leadership roles in the non-profit sector\, where she specialized in donor relations and development\, establishing herself as a key figure in philanthropic initiatives. \nRecognized for her significant contributions\, Monique was honored in 2023 by St. Louis Magazine as one of the ’50 People Working Toward Solutions in St. Louis’ and included in the ’75 Women Who Make St. Louis Great’. Her influence was further celebrated with her induction into the Delux Power 100 2023 cohort\, highlighting her as one of the most influential figures in the region. \nWith her trailblazing leadership and heartfelt commitment to social change\, Monique Bynum stands as a shining example of how passion\, expertise\, and advocacy can intertwine to make a substantial and lasting impact in the world. \n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nChicken Parmesan\nGrilled Sirloin\nPasta with Meatballs \nYour meal will also include:\n \nClam Chowder\nCannoli \ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/signature-speaker-series-7/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club – West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, MO\, 63131
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T130000
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SUMMARY:Signature Speaker Series Networking Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nFrom Courage to Triumph\n\n\n\n\n\nNatissia Small\, Ed.D.\nChief Executive Officer\nGirl Scouts of Eastern Missouri\n\n\n\n\nThis presentation seeks to equip every woman with empowering strategies and tools to navigate life’s challenges with courage to triumph. Using courage as a foundational value to overcome fear with a mindset to take action\, grow\, and become your most authentic self. \nAfter this presentation\, you will walk away feeling empowered through self-reflection\, growth\, and a celebration of life’s hurdles and wins! \n  \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \n  \nMore about Natissia: \nAs the CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri\, Dr. Natissia Small is focused on providing visionary leadership\, community engagement\, fundraising\, and innovative practices. \nWith nearly three decades of higher education experience\, Natissia has dedicated her career to creating innovative programs and partnerships to provide students and their families with holistic support through education\, mentorship\, professional skill building\, and resources needed to access and finish college to become strong leaders in the global workforce. \nNatissia most recently served as Vice Provost for Access\, Academic Support and Workforce Integration at the University of Missouri-St Louis. During her tenure\, Natissia led the university in gaining local\, state\, and national recognition for college access and academic support\, including commendation from the Missouri Senate for “Excellent Contributions and Outstanding Dedication to the Community\,” the Dr. Asa G. Hilliard Model of Excellence Award from the  National College Board\, FOCUS St. Louis “What’s Right with the Region Award\,” and many more. \nA recognized contributor to our community\, Natissia has received a number of individual awards and recognitions\, including\, but not limited to: \n• Greater St. Louis Inc.\, “STL Made Recognition”\n• St. Louis Business Journal\, “Champions of Diversity & Inclusion”\n• St. Louis American\, “Salute to Excellence in Education”\n• Resilience in Action\, “Unsung Heroes in Education and Mentor of the Year”\n• University of Missouri-St. Louis\, “Women’s Trailblazer” \nBorn and raised in rural Charleston\, Missouri\, Natissia\, a first-generation college student went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication from Southeast Missouri State University. She also earned dual master degrees in Secondary School Education-Adult Education\, and Counseling\, as well as obtained her doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Missouri-St Louis. \nNatissia is a strong leader in our community\, making her a dynamic advocate for Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri and the entire non-profit industry. \n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nPan Seared Salmon\nPasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken\nShort Ribs \nYour meal will also include:\n \nCitrus and Apple Salad\nDinner Rolls and Butter\nCreme Brulee with Fresh Berries \ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/signature-speaker-series-august-2024/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club – West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, MO\, 63131
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T130000
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CREATED:20231220T152213Z
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SUMMARY:Signature Speaker Series Networking Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:I’m a Success in Progress!\n\n\n\n\n\nLydia Gwin\nFounder and Creator\nGwin’s Tiny Kitchen\n\n\n\n\nLydia shares her nuggets of knowledge learned over her career path in the entertainment\, travel\, and hospitality industry. She’ll share how accepting your mistakes creates a deeper sense of experience\, and how leading with grace creates more results than striving for perfection. \nKey Take-A-Ways \n\nPerfection brings friends like shame and guilt to the party…offering little growth\, and more damage.\nWorking in a male-dominated world\, women are expected to be perfect. And the challenges we face when at the helm of leadership.\nLeading through the scoop of grace and not perfection.\n\n  \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \n  \nMore about Lydia: \nLydia Gwin is passionate about embracing the uniqueness of the world’s cultures and cuisines. With a career spanning food\, travel\, and entertainment\, she has explored the globe and integrated her experiences into educational settings to empower and inspire others. \nLydia’s love for food and diverse cultures stems from her upbringing in a military family\, which involved extensive travel and cultural immersion from a young age. Her exposure to regional\nand cultural differences\, coupled with her adeptness at adapting recipes and techniques\, have shaped her into a versatile culinary professional capable of catering to chefs of all ages\, abilities\, and experiences. \nCurrently\, Lydia is the creator and founder of Gwin’s Tiny Kitchen\, where she utilizes food as a gateway to learning across various disciplines such as math\, science\, and geography. She uses\nthese philosophies as a respected instructor at the Kitchen Conservatory and in classrooms within schools\, universities\, and public libraries. \nIn the past year\, Gwin’s Tiny Kitchen has expanded its offerings to include curated culinary adventure travels\, providing individuals with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the epicenter of various cuisines and engage all their senses in the culinary experience. \nLydia has made significant contributions to the food scene in STL\, serving as a food and travel writer for Kirkwood City Lifestyle Magazine\, a former project manager for PBS Chew in the Lou\,\nand making appearances in STLToday and Show ME St. Louis. Her outstanding work\, such as induction into the St. Louis Business\, has been recognized with honors 40 under 40 class of\n2021 and the Businessperson of the Year award from the Kirkwood Des Peres Chamber. \n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nChicken Parmesan with Pasta and Broccoli\nPasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken\nPork Ragu \nYour meal will also include:\n \nCaesar Salad\nDinner Rolls and Butter\nGooey Butter Cake \ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/signature-speaker-series-5/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club – West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, MO\, 63131
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T051730
CREATED:20231220T152119Z
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SUMMARY:Signature Speaker Series Networking Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:A Life in Music: Learnings from Orchestra Leadership\n\n\n\n\nMarie-Hélène Bernard\nPresident and CEO\nSt. Louis Symphony Orchestra\n\n\n\n\nMarie-Hélène Bernard\, President and CEO of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra discusses key learnings from her 30-year career in orchestra management\, the essential role of women in executive leadership\, and shaping the future of the cultural sector and philanthropy in the United States. \nKey Take-A-Ways \n\nTrust and Intuition\nMusic management is about relationships\nNurturing Positive Leadership\n\n  \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \n  \nMore about Marie-Hélène: \nMarie-Hélène Bernard joined the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) as President and CEO on July 1\, 2015. Under her leadership\, the SLSO has sharpened its commitment to artistic excellence\, educational impact\, community connections\, and access to music— all in service to its mission of enriching lives through the power of music. Bernard has fostered SLSO’s strengths as a responsive and nimble organization while invigorating partnerships locally and elevating its presence globally. \nHer tenure marked with artistic growth\, Bernard led the appointment and contract extension of the SLSO’s visionary music director\, Stéphane Denève; two European tours since 2017 that resulted in critical acclaim; and rejuvenated community connections across the St. Louis region. The SLSO’s educational activities\, a cornerstone of Bernard’s philosophy\, have grown to engage more than 300\,000 students and teachers worldwide each year while emphasizing concerts and engagement activities at American universities have positioned the SLSO as a go-to higher education partner. Digital concerts and online programs have grown to reach 9.2 million people worldwide\, while expanded partnerships with regional organizations have transformed and modernized concert experiences\, family programming\, and free events— making music more accessible to all. \n\n\nRead more….. \n\nYou have the choice of:  \nRoasted Vegetable Pasta with Marinara and Grilled Chicken\nPan-Seared Salmon*\nShort Ribs* \n*served with Chef’s choice of starch and vegetable \nYour meal will also include:\n \nSt. Louis Salad\nDinner Rolls/Butter\nCarrot Cake with Fresh Whipped Cream \ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/signature-speaker-series-4/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club – West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, MO\, 63131
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T051730
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SUMMARY:March 2024 Signature Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:HERstory Comes Alive\nwith special guest Susan B. Anthony\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRebecca Now\nFounder and Director\nVoices of American HERstory\n\n\n\n\nHERstory Comes Alive is the topic of our presentation\, in celebration of Women’s History Month. The key historical milestones in the movement will be presented\, and Susan B. Anthony will time travel to our luncheon to share her first-hand account of her life and achievements. \nKey Take-A-Ways \n\nThe status of women in the 19th and 20th century\nThe struggle for the vote\nWhere we are today\n\n  \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \n  \nMore about Rebecca: \nRebecca K. Now is an author\, innovative historian\, and performer with a passion for women’s rights history. Her latest project\, Voices of American HERstory\, allows her the opportunity to share the legacies of often overlooked women\, in history\, as well as shine a light on contemporary women. She enjoys portraying 19th-century feminist philosopher\, Elizabeth Cady Stanton for various audiences. Rebecca came of age in the 20th century during the women’s liberation movement and claims affinity to all three waves of feminism\, often joking that she “breathes in three centuries.”\nwww.voicesofAmericanHERstory.com \nMore about Jenny Grace Morris (aka Susan B. Anthony): \nJenny Grace Morris is a voice actor\, clarity coach\, author\, and mom. She began writing when asked to create blogs\, speeches\, presentations\, and workshops for conferences and international summits. She has was discovered at Gateway to Dreams by Rebecca Now and has been portraying Susan B. Anthony for organizations\, schools and historic events since 2019.\nhttp://jennygracemorris.icanvoice.com/ \n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nChicken Parmesan with Pomodoro Sauce*\nPan Seared Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc*\nPasta with Meatballs and garlic bread \n*served with Chef’s choice of starch and vegetable \nYour meal will also include:\n \nStrawberry Pecan Salad\nDinner Rolls/Butter\nNew York Style Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce \ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/march-2024-signature-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club – West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, MO\, 63131
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T051730
CREATED:20231220T151005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T043402Z
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SUMMARY:February 2024 Signature Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The $668 Billion Opportunity:\nUsing Curiosity to Move through Conflict to Connection\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJenn Whitmer\nSpeaker\, Consultant\, Joy-Bringer\nConsone Consulting\n\n\n\n\nYour success as a leader will rise and fall with your ability to manage conflict. Conflict avoided creates unhealthy and unproductive teams; conflict mismanaged often strikes more harm than good. And mismanaged conflict costs US businesses $668 billion a year. Not to mention that it’s an energy drain and productivity zap. \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \nKey Take-A-Ways: \n\nDescribe how personality impacts communication and miscommunication\nIdentify the three conflict coping styles and how each brings strengths and challenges to conflict resolution.\nEvaluate questions in three categories to resolve conflict.\n\nMore about Jenn: \nJenn Whitmer helps leaders with Joyosity™\, creating positive culture with complex people. Through solving conflict\, cultivating communication\, and capitalizing on the uniqueness of each person\, Jenn helps you create empowered teams. As an international keynote and TEDx speaker\, consultant\, Enneagram specialist\, and joy-bringer\, Jenn helps organizations retain employees\, increase efficiency\, and develop healthy culture so that work is a joy\, people are whole\, and organizations flourish. (Usually\, that means a lot of laughter!) \n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nMom’s Meat Lasagna Marinara\nFour-Cheese Ravioli with Pesto Alfredo Sauce\nEggplant Parmesan\, Spaghetti Aglio Olio \nYour meal will also include:\n \nCiabatta Rolls\nItalian Salad\nVera’s Lemon Cookies\ncoffee\, tea (hot and cold)\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join.
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/signature-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy St. Louis\, #2 The Boulevard Saint Louis\, Richmond Heights\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T051730
CREATED:20231215T164347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T165744Z
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SUMMARY:January 2024 Signature Speaker Series Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nResilience is Not an Individual Sport\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”17317″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] \nLaurel “Buff” Burkel\, Colonel\, US Air Force (retired)\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In this presentation\, Colonel Burkel will share the story of the 2015 NATO helicopter crash she survived in Kabul\, Afghanistan and highlight the central and crucial role the outpouring and many forms of support she received and continues to receive\, played and continue to play in her recovery and lifelong healing journey. Her story is a powerful reminder to bloom where you are planted\, that connections matter\, being in shape for your life can make a crucial difference in daily life and in times of crisis\, dynamic leadership is valuable and important in the work environment and in our lives\, celebrate personal milestones\, and\, most importantly\, resilience is not an individual sport. \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \nKey Take-A-Ways: \n\nBloom wherever life plants you – look for and draw positivity from the good of your situation.\nResilience is not an individual sport – connections matter! Support and take care of yourself…and each other – YOU are our nation’s\, your community’s\, PWA’s\, and your loved ones’ greatest treasure!\nGet in shape for your life – you never know when you might need it!\nNurture and BE dynamic excellence – a true measure of a leader is whether they grow people (and themselves) to their potential and beyond\nCelebrate personal milestones – take time to enjoy the good things along the road of life!\n\nMore about Buff: \nColonel Laurel “Buff” Burkel retired from the US Air Force in December 2018 after over 27 years of service. She is a distinguished graduate of the University of Michigan’s Air Force Reserve Officer Training Program and holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Michigan and master’s degrees in Human Resource Management (MS) from Chapman University\, National Security Affairs (MS with Distinction) from US Naval Postgraduate School\, and Strategic Studies (MA) from the US Air Force Air War College. Colonel Burkel is a senior navigator with more than 2\,100 flight hours (including 285 combat and combat support hours) in training\, F-4\, C-141\, and C-130 aircraft. Over the course of her military career\, she commanded an operational C-130 squadron\, both at home and deployed\, and served in a variety of leadership positions at the group\, wing\, major command\, Headquarters Air Force\, joint\, and international levels\, including tours in the Republic of Korea\, Canada\, and Afghanistan. On her last deployment in 2015\, Colonel Burkel served as the advisor to the Afghan Air Force’s Director of Training in Kabul\, Afghanistan. Her deployed tour was cut short due to the injuries she sustained from the October 2015 NATO helicopter crash in Kabul that took the lives of two of her subordinates. \nRead more about Buff… \n\n\n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nSpaghetti and Mini Meatballs\nFour-Cheese Ravioli with Pesto Alfredo Sauce\nFettuccini Alfredo \nYour meal will also include:\n \nCiabatta Rolls\nItalian Salad\nVera’s Lemon Cookies\ncoffee\, tea (hot and cold)\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/january-2024-signature-speaker-series-luncheon/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy St. Louis\, #2 The Boulevard Saint Louis\, Richmond Heights\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T051730
CREATED:20231025T174538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T171444Z
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SUMMARY:November 2023 Signature Speaker Series Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFrom Self Doubt to Determined: 5 Keys to Self Confidence\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”16317″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” label=””][vc_column_text] \nAmy Lemire\nFounder\nAIM Training and Consulting International\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Join us for this inspiring presentation where we’ll embark on a transformative journey from a place of self-doubt to one of unshakeable determination and self-confidence. Our speaker\, Amy Lemire\, CSP\, drawing from a powerful personal story of resilience and growth\, will unravel the 5 crucial keys to building self-confidence and overcoming self-doubt. Discover how you can take charge of your thoughts\, actions\, and ultimately\, your life\, by mastering the Sales Confidence Code. This talk is an invitation to embrace your uniqueness\, find gratitude in life’s experiences\, and choose confidence as a skill you can develop\, unlocking your full potential. This enriching and empowering session will leave you inspired to navigate your journey from self-doubt to determination\, ultimately unlocking the keys to self-confidence. Embrace the best version of yourself and choose confidence today! \nAgenda: \n11:00 am – 12:15 pm – Networking\, Welcome\, and Lunch\n12:15 pm – 1:00 pm – Presentation and Final Announcements \nKey Take-A-Ways: \n\nThe Power of Thought Habits: Recognize and break free from sabotaging thought patterns that keep you in self-doubt\, such as the need to impress\, fear\, guilt\, and shame. Learn how to nurture a confident mindset by addressing these negative influences.\nThe Self and Sales Confidence Code: Gain insights into a structured approach to building confidence called the Sales Confidence Code\, tailored for both personal growth and professional success.\nTurning Life’s Experiences into Gifts: Explore the idea that every life experience\, no matter how challenging\, holds the potential to become a gift. Learn to reframe adversity and transform it into personal growth and the ability to serve others.\n\nMore about Amy: \nAmy Lemire CSP DTM inspires leaders and teams to sell more of themselves\, their products\, and services with confidence and inspires them to be the best version of themselves. For the past 10 years\, she has trained thousands of sales and business professionals with her influence\, standards of excellence\, and mastery of the keys to success and the ‘Sales Confidence Code.’ Her focus is on how to win the inner game of self-confidence to drive peak performance results in sales\, business\, and speaking\, through the mastery of success habits. After spending 2 decades in business-to-business and medical sales and training\, Amy founded AIM Training and Consulting International. She is a certified Og Mandino “Habitfinder” Leadership Coach. Amy is the author of 2 books: “From Zero to Sales Hero\,” and “From Zero to Speaker Hero.” Amy was recently designated as a Certified Speaking Professional\, in March 2023\, by the National Speakers Association\, for delivering over 300 hours of training and speaking. She is also a VISTAGE-certified speaker. Amy is a Distinguished Toastmaster\, the Past President of National Speakers Association\, St Louis Chapter\, and a Member of the National Speakers Association. She has been recognized as a Fortune 500 top sales performer and sales trainer for over 3 decades. \n\n\n\n\n\nYou have the choice of:  \nChicken Francaise\nHunter Style Beef Medallions\nPan Seared Salmon \nYour meal will also include:\n \nAssorted Rolls\nChopped Wedge Salad\nMini Desserts\ncoffee\, tea\, water\, and soft drinks\n \nPlease advise us of any food allergies at checkout.  Thank you. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer:  Photos and videos of all members\, guests\, speakers\, and affiliates may be used in any and all publications and materials promoted by PWA. \nThe Professional Women’s Alliance is an organization of women supporting one another for personal and professional development.  We strive to keep the annual membership cost affordable to encourage participation.  We also believe in “try it before you buy it” which is the reason we offer potential members the opportunity to attend two events before deciding to join. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://stlpwa.org/event/november-2023-signature-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Forest Hills Country Club\, 36 Forest Club Drive\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63005
CATEGORIES:Signature Series Event
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